A reference in the segment, the Volkswagen Golf needs no major presentations, but in this most recent generation, the eighth, it received important modifications that not only focused on the technological component of the model, but also on an evolution in terms of engines, and what an evolution! They are trying to modernized with great evolution and trying to step forward in the car segments. This is going to be huge and lets see how will it perform in the market. They are etrying everything to capture the market and move forward with these new technology.
Outside, we find essentially new optical groups, a more dynamic silhouette but in general an unmistakable image, and in different configurations. Unlike the direct competitor and from the same group, the SEAT Leon, Golf has changed little on its exterior, preferring not to risk too much, maintaining a more conservative image but which has allowed it to maintain expressive sales numbers. The interior is technological with two screens. The surface that forms the frame between the two screens and which even contains some function lights such as "flashes", the engine light and others, is in glossy black, which ends up resulting in reflections, scratches and dirt accumulation.
Some shortcut buttons for the most basic functions have not been forgotten, which greatly increase the ease of use, such as tactile controls to regulate the climate, and another four at the bottom and in the center of the console, for safety and driving assistance systems , climate control, driving modes and parking assistance. The digital cockpit is widely configurable and it is also possible to switch the navigation map to close up. This new technology makes perfect sense, as it is accompanied by good resolution and legibility. On the steering wheel little or nothing has changed and we keep the cruise control buttons, digital cockpit configuration and multimedia control, in addition to a good grip. Overall, there is a saving in terms of material quality, but nothing too criticized.
It only gets you closer to general competitors, and less to premiums, but the lining inside the doors you like remains the same. In addition to the USB-C ports for the front seats, there are two more for the rear seats. The good armrest integrated in the seats is maintained and the luggage compartment capacity is also maintained with 380 liters of capacity. It is at the wheel that another great evolution of the Volkswagen Golf is felt in this eighth generation. The engine! Here, coupled to a six-speed manual gearbox, the 2.0 TDI has become a “stick for the whole job”. In other words, with the 1.6 TDI off the scene, the engine with the largest displacement has become unique (Diesel), and can charge two power levels (115 hp and 150 hp) for now. The 115 hp reveals a surprising response and remarkable driving pleasure. The torque is felt without having to use the gearbox, which is very well staggered and tactful. Driving assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control and lane assist work effectively and without criticism.
The three driving modes allow you to adjust some systems and parameters to each situation. In any case, the Golf is comfortable, predictable, and safe, remaining a reference in the segment. On the road, in addition to being undisturbed, with enviable stability, the Golf reveals a good insulation with no noise and consumption that few succeed. Over the 700 km we did in our test, more than half on the highway at speeds slightly above the allowed, consumption was 5.1 l / 100 km! And yes, it is possible to record the announced consumptions of 4.1 l / 100 km with some ease. At the equipment level, this “Life” version, which is at an intermediate level, is already well filled, including automatic air conditioning “ Climatronic ”3 zones, front and rear parking sensors, Bluetooth system with induction charging,“ Discover Pro ”navigation system with 103 † color touchscreen and 163 alloy wheels, among others. The tested unit costs € 34,057.
Car is amazing